Jamess
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jamess first appeared in US Social Security records in 1960.
Over 10 babies have been named Jamess in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamess is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #39,516 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #39,516
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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"rounded lump, cobblestone"
#39,357 in US
English origin
"compound of William (protector) and J..."
#39,603 in US
Greek origin
"fond of horses"
#39,513 in US
Latin Renatus origin
"renewed in spirit"
#39,338 in US
Persian origin
"adventurous, wanderer"
#39,431 in US
Old French origin
"warm earthy hue; tanned"
#39,591 in US
Middle High German origin
"dweller by a spring or well"
#39,568 in US
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About the Name Jamess
Jamess is a boy name .
Jamess is currently ranked #39,516 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jamess include Jam, Jay, Jamie, and Jameie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamess include James, Jameson, Jamel, Jameer, Jameir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis